
Employee performance issues – beware of Award provisions
A recent matter before the IRC provides a timely reminder to all Councils of the need to carefully take into account the detailed provisions set out in the State Award before taking action to terminate staff on performance grounds. This case also confirms the need to comply with the stepped procedure set out in the Award, even when employees are exited during their probation period. Facts This case concerns a council employee, JB, who was terminated on performance grounds fol